"However, a film is not the work of one person. There are over 800 other actors, writers, artists, craftspeople and crew who worked tirelessly and ethically on this film, some for years, including one of cinema's master directors.

"It would be a gross injustice to punish all of them for the wrongdoings of one supporting actor in the film.

"Accordingly, the film will open wide as planned on December 22."

Netflix to stop working with House of Cards actor Kevin Spacey after sexual harassment claims

Mark Wahlberg and Michelle Williams also star in the film.

Last week it emerged that the Metropolitan Police had opened an investigation into an allegation of sexual assault made against Spacey.

Production was also halted on the sixth season of his show House Of Cards following the allegations.

Spacey's representative has said the actor is "taking the time necessary to seek evaluation and treatment" in light of the claims.

His lawyers have been contacted for comment.

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